John Wesley(1954)
John Wesley Synopsis
Rescued from a burning house as a child, John Wesley believes the experience marked him for a higher purpose, a 'brand from the burning'. The film follows Wesley's years at Oxford and as a clergyman, his disagreements with the church over the social position of the clergy, his mission to America, the founding of Methodism, and his bringing of the Gospel into the lives of ordinary people.
John Wesley (1954) is a drama and history film directed by Norman Walker, released on March 2, 1954 with a runtime of 1h 17m. It stars Leonard Sachs, Gerard Lohan, Neil Heayes and Keith Pyott. Viewers rate it 4.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Norman Walker
- Writers:
- Lawrence Barrett
- Producers:
- Clifford Jeapes
- Cinematographer:
- Hone Glendinning
- Composer:
- Henry Reed
- Production:
- The Rank Organisation, G.H.W. Productions Ltd.
- Status:
- Released
John Wesley (1954) Trailer
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John Wesley Cast & Crew
Main cast
Leonard Sachs
as John Wesley
- Gerard Lohan
Gerard Lohan
as Wesley as a Child
- Neil Heayes
Neil Heayes
as Wesley as a Student
- Keith Pyott
Keith Pyott
as Rev. Samuel Wesley
- Curigwen Lewis
Curigwen Lewis
as Susannah Wesley
Derek Aylward
as Charles Wesley
Philip Leaver
as Beau Nash
- John Witty
John Witty
as Peter Bohler
- Patrick Barton
Patrick Barton
as George Whitefield
John Slater
as Condemned Man
Patrick Holt
as Thomas Maxfield
Edward Jewesbury
as James Hutton
Key crew
Directed by Norman Walker, written by Lawrence Barrett, produced by Clifford Jeapes.
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John Wesley Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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John Wesley – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch John Wesley online?
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John Wesley (1954) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in John Wesley?
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The main cast of John Wesley (1954) includes Leonard Sachs, Gerard Lohan, Neil Heayes, Keith Pyott and Curigwen Lewis. The film was directed by Norman Walker. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was John Wesley released?
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John Wesley was released on March 2, 1954 and runs for 1h 17m.
Is John Wesley worth watching?
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John Wesley (1954) holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for John Wesley?
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Yes. The official John Wesley trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.